United States President Donald Trump has appointed Nigerian-born lobbyist and policy adviser Dr Karl Von Batten as a commissioner on a White House presidential commission.
The appointment was announced on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, by Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., the US-based policy advisory and advocacy firm where Von Batten serves as Managing Partner.
Key Highlights
- President Trump has appointed Nigerian-born lobbyist Dr Karl Von Batten to a White House presidential commission.
- The announcement was made by Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., the firm where Von Batten is Managing Partner.
- The specific commission Von Batten will serve on was not identified in the firm’s statement.
- Von Batten has previously been linked to lobbying activities connected to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
- The firm says the appointment reflects his longstanding commitment to public service and policy leadership.
Firm Announces Appointment
In a statement shared on the firm’s verified X account on Thursday, the organisation described the appointment as a significant milestone for both Von Batten and the firm.
According to the statement, President Trump selected Von Batten to serve on a presidential commission established by the White House, although the specific commission was not identified.
Reacting to the appointment, Von Batten expressed appreciation to President Trump for the opportunity to serve and for the confidence placed in him.
The firm said the appointment reflects Von Batten’s longstanding commitment to public service, public policy and leadership.
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Nigerian Ties and Political Background
Born in Nigeria, Von Batten has built a career in the United States as a lobbyist, policy adviser and advocate through his work at Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C.
He has also attracted attention in Nigerian political circles over previous lobbying activities linked to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, one of Nigeria’s leading opposition figures and a former presidential candidate.
The announcement has generated interest in both the United States and Nigeria, particularly because of Von Batten’s Nigerian background and involvement in international policy and advocacy.
The firm congratulated its Managing Partner on the appointment and expressed confidence that he would make meaningful contributions in his new role on the presidential commission.
